Fire Inspections

The purpose of the Westminster Fire Marshal is to provide services aimed at reducing the risk of fire and injuries to the public. These services are provided through the administration of inspections, programs and education to the community while maintaining a commitment to excellence in an atmosphere of courtesy and integrity.

The Fire Marshal is responsible for inspecting all commercial facilities and new construction in the City of Westminster and the unincorporated fire district protected by the Westminster Fire Department. Our Fire Marshal is certified through the South Carolina Fire Marshal's office as Resident State Fire Marshals. He performs routine inspections, re-inspections, and complaints.

Inspection Requirements

The following list is the general requirements that most businesses must meet for Fire Inspections . This list is not all inclusive and some items may not apply to all businesses.

A minimum of one 2A-10BC fire extinguisher for each 3,000 square feet of floor are not to exceed 75 feet of travel distance.

All extinguishers must be checked and tagged for proper maintenance.

Automatic sprinkler systems have been serviced within one year and valves are open and supervised. (Chained or electrically monitored)